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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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